Commercial Trade License In The UAE
Establish Your Commercial Footprint In The Global Business Hub
Gold Level Lets You Expand Your Commercial Horizon In The UAE
Before conducting business in the United Arab Emirates, a corporation is required by law to get a commercial trade license in the UAE from the concerned UAE government authority. This certificate attests to the legitimacy of your business and its right to do commerce in the city where you operate.
Step Into UAE’s Booming Economy With A Commercial Trade License
As a global financial, commercial and tourism hub, the UAE is an ideal location for engaging in commercial and industrial trade. Business setup requires a commercial trade license in the UAE for entrepreneurs to operate safely and successfully. At Gold Level, we’ll show you how to apply for and acquire a UAE commercial trade license so you can comprehend the local regulatory environment and experience the ultimate commercial trading freedom with our comprehensive licensing services.

As Easy As ABC With US
Assess your business’s activities and choose a legal structure first. UAE entrepreneurs can choose from mainland, free zone, and offshore companies, each having its own rules, benefits, and restrictions. We will help you get started in no time.
Formation & License
We can help you decide which package best suits your needs according to your business activity and visa requirements, ensuring the right type of licensing and company formation.
Documents & Payment
We can check if your company name is clear for registration or not and then finalize the necessary paperwork before filing for the license application with the government.
Bank Account And Visa Application
We can guide you through the visa process as required. Upon issuance of your tourism license, we will help you open a corporate bank account, simplifying your business setup process.
Type Of Business Licenses
Entrepreneurs and investors looking to set up a business in the UAE have a lot of options to choose from based on their business’ niche and activities. Additionally, a business might require more than one license. Here are some of the many options you can choose from, depending on the type of business you run.
Business License
This document validates a company as a legal entity to do business and designates which activities a company can carry out within the UAE.
Crypto License
For owners wanting to operate a crypto exchange business and cryptocurrency-related services (storage, management, trading, Bitcoin solutions, software applications, advisory, services, etc.)
Commercial Trade License
For owners of companies or establishments practicing business activities (e.g. general trading, construction, real estate, transportation, clinics, etc.)
Industrial Trade License
This certificate exempts custom duties on machinery, equipment, spare parts, not-manufactured and semi-manufactured raw materials, and packaging materials for factories.
Professional License
For individuals who wish to provide professional services in UAE, such as consulting, auditing and accounting, design, tourism advice, study, and other professional services.
Business License
This document validates a company as a legal entity to do business and designates which activities a company can carry out within the UAE.
Crypto License
For owners wanting to operate a crypto exchange business and cryptocurrency-related services (storage, management, trading, Bitcoin solutions, software applications, advisory, services, etc.)
Commercial Trade License
For owners of companies or establishments practicing business activities (e.g. general trading, construction, real estate, transportation, clinics, etc.)
Industrial Trade License
This certificate exempts custom duties on machinery, equipment, spare parts, not-manufactured and semi-manufactured raw materials, and packaging materials for factories.
Professional License
For individuals who wish to provide professional services in UAE, such as consulting, auditing and accounting, design, tourism advice, study, and other professional services.
Tourism License
For owners of facilities and services that specialize in tourism activities(e.g. hotels, travel agencies, rental boats, skis, etc.)
E-commerce License
The E-commerce industry is booming in the UAE, this is for owners wanting to trade online on the internet and setting up online shopping platforms.
Tourism License
For owners of facilities and services that specialize in tourism activities(e.g. hotels, travel agencies, rental boats, skis, etc.)
General Trading License
Businesses that import, trade, and re-export items within the UAE legally fall under the category of “General Trading.”
MainLand License
A mainland trade license in the UAE is allotted to companies in order to keep accountability of business activities and ensure secure proceedings.
Metaverse License
UAE investors can find a wide range of Metaverse-based business possibilities such as metaverse applications, BlockChain development, NFTs, and other emerging industries.
E-commerce License
The E-commerce industry is booming in the UAE, this is for owners wanting to trade online on the internet and setting up online shopping platforms.
General Trading License
Businesses that import, trade, and re-export items within the UAE legally fall under the category of “General Trading.”
MainLand License
A mainland trade license in the UAE is allotted to companies in order to keep accountability of business activities and ensure secure proceedings.
Metaverse License
UAE investors can find a wide range of Metaverse-based business possibilities such as metaverse applications, BlockChain development, NFTs, and other emerging industries.
Entrepreneur Testimonials
For us, providing business setups and business licenses in the UAE is more than just a job. Customer satisfaction has always been our primary focus and your positive feedback magnifies our output. Read what some of our entrepreneurs are saying about us.


John J
Thanks to Gold Level, I was able to set up my cosmetic company way quicker than I had anticipated! They made the process very simple and easy to understand and got all my paperwork done for me. They are experts at the business setup process and I am very happy with the services they provided.
Luis R
Gold Level gave our team expert guidance and support to help us expand our business from the US to the UAE. They handled everything we needed for business licensing and employment visas. We highly recommend them for their exceptional service.
Manuel H
An extremely professional and effective business setup company. I came across several options and Gold Level took the cake due to their quick responses and fact-acting to get my business up and running in the Mainzone.

John J
Thanks to Gold Level, I was able to set up my cosmetic company way quicker than I had anticipated! They made the process very simple and easy to understand and got all my paperwork done for me. They are experts at the business setup process and I am very happy with the services they provided.
Luis R
Gold Level gave our team expert guidance and support to help us expand our business from the US to the UAE. They handled everything we needed for business licensing and employment visas. We highly recommend them for their exceptional service.
Manuel H
An extremely professional and effective business setup company. I came across several options and Gold Level took the cake due to their quick responses and fact-acting to get my business up and running in the Mainzone.
FAQs
The UAE Department of Economic Development issues all free zone trade licenses. A UAE Trade Licence states a company’s capabilities. The UAE commercial trade license allows several business activities. Buying, exporting, and running enterprises are examples.
After applying for a commercial trade license, you wait. Fortunately, the UAE commercial trade licenses are issued quickly. Trade licenses take three to four weeks. Approvals and business operations determine turnaround time. With proper documentation, your turnaround time should be quick. Check your trade license application before submitting it.
The UAE has more than 40 diverse free zones where both expats and foreign investors can fully own businesses.
Your business demands and goals should choose where to set up shop. If you want to serve the UAE market from multiple locations, consider a mainland license. You can also use free zone benefits like tax reductions and unlimited abroad ownership. Before making a decision, consider your company, ownership, and your target audience.
There is currently no personal income tax in the United Arab Emirates. As such, there are no individual tax registration or reporting obligations.
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